CHÂTEAU LE DOYENNÉ - Côtes de Bordeaux - France
CHATEAU LE DOYENNE - Cotes De Bordeaux - France
Dark ruby, purple colour. Liqueur-like aromas of cherry and coffee. Fat, sweet and pliant, with a layered texture. Finishes with dusty, ripe tannins and a distinctly round expression.
Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.
Product Description
Description
Dark ruby, purple colour. Liqueur-like aromas of cherry and coffee. Fat, sweet and pliant, with a layered texture. Finishes with dusty, ripe tannins and a distinctly round expression. Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.
Accolades
Awards
Wine Enthusiast 90 Points
American wine and lifestyle magazine that offers wine industry news, educational articles and wine ratings. One of the top 3 wine magazines in the USA.
James Suckling 90 Points
As one of the most famous American wine critics and journalists, James Suckling is among the leading experts on wines and was a former editor for Wine Spectator. He now conducts his own personal reviews online and conferences
Critique Review
"Aromas of ripe plums, cherries, and flowers follow through to a full body, round tannins and a fresh finish. Soft and friendly. Drink or hold."
James Suckling"Dense young tannins and 18 months in oak dominate the wine, promising a rich future. The fruit weight is all there, ripe blackberry flavors that will come through over the next months. Marie- Dominique and Jean Watrin have been the owners since 1994. Drink this concentrated wine from 2019."
Roger Voss, Wine EnthusiastWine Facts
Product Type | Red Wine |
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Grape Varietal | Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
Vintage | 2015 |
Region | Bordeaux, Côtes de Bordeaux |
Country | FRANCE |
Winemakers | Michel Rolland |
Producer | Dominique Watrin |
Average age of vines | 25 years old |
Production method | 50,000 bottles |
Harvest method | Harvesting by hand |
Fermentation & maceration | Fermention by controlled temperature 26° C, maceration during one month at 30°C |
Aging | 16 months in air-conditioned cellar |
Alcohol | 14% |
Nose Attribute | Fruity, Toasted |
SKU | BO169 |
Vineyard Info
The oldest town archives carry a record of the existence of Château Le Doyenné as early as 1791. In the past, it was known as “one of the best crus of the commune” (Feret Editions, 1858). In 1994, Marie-Dominique et Jean Watrin, captivated by the charm of this hillside estate overlooking the Garonne, bought it and launched a complete restructuring of the vineyard and renovation of the winery. The vineyard has a total area of 8 uninterrupted hectares, covering gravel plateaux and clay and limestone hillsides. The 11 plots all benefit from meticulous monitoring. The vine are 30 years old on average, with a planting density of 5.500 vines per hectare. The 13 hectares of the estate, located on the right bank of the Garonne 15 km from Bordeaux, are in the heart of the “Premières Côtes de Bordeaux” appellation. The proximity of the river plays an essential part in the climatic balance necessary for vine growing. The south-south-west exposure ensures a maximum amount of sunshine.
Reviews & Ratings
Description
Dark ruby, purple colour. Liqueur-like aromas of cherry and coffee. Fat, sweet and pliant, with a layered texture. Finishes with dusty, ripe tannins and a distinctly round expression. Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.
Awards
Wine Enthusiast 90 Points
American wine and lifestyle magazine that offers wine industry news, educational articles and wine ratings. One of the top 3 wine magazines in the USA.
James Suckling 90 Points
As one of the most famous American wine critics and journalists, James Suckling is among the leading experts on wines and was a former editor for Wine Spectator. He now conducts his own personal reviews online and conferences
Critique Review
"Aromas of ripe plums, cherries, and flowers follow through to a full body, round tannins and a fresh finish. Soft and friendly. Drink or hold."
James Suckling"Dense young tannins and 18 months in oak dominate the wine, promising a rich future. The fruit weight is all there, ripe blackberry flavors that will come through over the next months. Marie- Dominique and Jean Watrin have been the owners since 1994. Drink this concentrated wine from 2019."
Roger Voss, Wine EnthusiastProduct Type | Red Wine |
---|---|
Grape Varietal | Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
Vintage | 2015 |
Region | Bordeaux, Côtes de Bordeaux |
Country | FRANCE |
Winemakers | Michel Rolland |
Producer | Dominique Watrin |
Average age of vines | 25 years old |
Production method | 50,000 bottles |
Harvest method | Harvesting by hand |
Fermentation & maceration | Fermention by controlled temperature 26° C, maceration during one month at 30°C |
Aging | 16 months in air-conditioned cellar |
Alcohol | 14% |
Nose Attribute | Fruity, Toasted |
SKU | BO169 |
The oldest town archives carry a record of the existence of Château Le Doyenné as early as 1791. In the past, it was known as “one of the best crus of the commune” (Feret Editions, 1858). In 1994, Marie-Dominique et Jean Watrin, captivated by the charm of this hillside estate overlooking the Garonne, bought it and launched a complete restructuring of the vineyard and renovation of the winery. The vineyard has a total area of 8 uninterrupted hectares, covering gravel plateaux and clay and limestone hillsides. The 11 plots all benefit from meticulous monitoring. The vine are 30 years old on average, with a planting density of 5.500 vines per hectare. The 13 hectares of the estate, located on the right bank of the Garonne 15 km from Bordeaux, are in the heart of the “Premières Côtes de Bordeaux” appellation. The proximity of the river plays an essential part in the climatic balance necessary for vine growing. The south-south-west exposure ensures a maximum amount of sunshine.